by Adriana Mikova | Jan 21, 2026 | Our Chateau Journey
Christmas at the château never happens all at once. It arrives slowly, over several days, as rooms are dressed one by one and the château gradually begins to feel warmer, fuller and more expectant. This year was no different. We spent days decorating, moving from room...
by Adriana Mikova | Oct 8, 2025 | Blog
There are places in the world where romance seems to linger in the air, woven into the architecture, the light, and even the food on the table. France is one of those rare places. The charm of its countryside, the elegance of its cities, and the history of its...
by Adriana Mikova | May 8, 2025 | Our Chateau Journey
We wanted to share our plans for the coming year, because weddings are once again high on the agenda. This was not originally part of the plan. We had expected to open properly for weddings in 2026. However, an unexpected opportunity came along. Some very good friends...
by Adriana Mikova | May 2, 2025 | Our Chateau Journey
We have now hosted our first two weddings, and it has been a massive learning curve for us. In many ways, it feels as though we have come full circle. The last few weeks have been intense. Within the space of about a month, we hosted two weddings and a large 65th...
by Adriana Mikova | May 1, 2025 | Our Chateau Journey
This year has been exceptionally busy at Château de la Boutinière, with many different projects happening at once. One of the biggest decisions we made was to tackle the wedding garden. Weddings are going to be a crucial part of our long-term finances, and we knew...
